Remove Fault Code Conditions; Operational Faults - Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Operator's Manual

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Troubleshoot Common Problems

Remove fault code conditions

Refer to the following table to identify and troubleshoot each fault condition.
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A label with descriptions for many common fault codes is included with
the system. Put the label on the plasma power supply or near your work
area for reference.

Operational faults

An operational fault code can be for a notification or for a condition that stops the cutting process.
Hypertherm recommends that you do the steps in the following table for all faults that occur.
Troubleshooting all faults helps you to get optimal cut quality and consumable life.
Fault Fault
code LEDs
None
OFF
None
Flashes
Quickly
98
Torch
LEDs Description
The ON/OFF power switch
is set to ON (I), but the
Power ON LED does not
illuminate.
The alternating current (AC)
input power is not stable.
Flashes
yellow
Solutions
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged
into the receptacle.
• Make sure that the power is on at the main
power panel or at the disconnect-power
switch box.
• Make sure the system is plugged into an
appropriately-sized circuit and that the
circuit breaker has not been tripped. Refer
to page 30.
This fault stops the system from operating. In
some conditions, the system can operate at a
decreased capacity.
• Do a cold restart. Refer to
• If applicable, disconnect the system from
generator power.
• If you continue to get this fault, have an
electrical technician correct the power
source.
811470 Operator Manual
page 90.
Powermax45 SYNC